Boitano's Edge: Inside The Real World Of Figure Skating

Brian Boitano; Suzanne Harper

ISBN 10: 0689819153 / ISBN 13: 9780689819155

Verlag: Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers, 1997

May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers G0689819153I4N00

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This large format, full-color photo essay is the ultimate skating book for fans ages 8 and up. In an accessable and conversational tone Brian Boitano reveals what it is like to move up through the sport and compete at an international level. Brian Boitano's personal stories and anecdotes as well as his lively personal commentary illuminate the sport for young readers and skating fans of all ages. Here's everything you'll ever want to know about figure skating -- with Brian Boitano serving as the expert host.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor: Brian Boitano began his skating career at the age of eight and won the Olympic gold medal in 1988 in Calgary, beating Canadian Brian Orser in the legendary "Battle of the Brians." Brian Boitano has won over fifty titles, including two World titles, Four U.S. National titles, and as a professional he has won a record number of championships. Brian Boitano tours nationally, is a commentator for ABC Sports, and is the international spokesperson for the Starlight Foundation, which helps grant the wishes of seriously ill children. He lives in San Francisco, California.

Bibliografische Details

Titel: Boitano's Edge: Inside The Real World Of ...
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers
Erscheinungsdatum: 1997
Einband: Hardcover
Zustand: Very Good
Zustand des Schutzumschlags: No Jacket